Annapurna Machhapuchhre Trek

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1,300m)

Upon your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be welcomed by a representative from Adventure Club Trek. After sorting out your custom formalities (Visa etc) you will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private vehicle and give you some time to freshen up. After this, we will attend an orientation about your trek led by our Trekking leader over a welcome dinner.

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and preparation for Trekking

MealThe exciting day begins with a cultural tour to various medieval sites in Kathmandu. We drive to visit the UNESCO listed world heritage sites- Pashupatinath temple (the biggest Hindu shrine), Boudhanath (largest Buddhist Stupa in Nepal), Swayambhunath (A fine Buddhist Stupa at the hilltop of Kathmandu) and the Kathmandu Durbar Square (an open museum and abode of Kumari). Coming back from the sightseeing, take part in a short briefing and trip preparation.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara: 6-7 hours

After breakfast, We will drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu. The road is winding and the lush vegetation attracts us along with the Himalayan views. It takes approximately 6/7 hours to reach there. It is a city of Lakes and natural wonders. You can enjoy the boating on Phewa Lake, the same day.

Day 04: Drive Pokhara to Phedi and trek to Dhampus (1,500m) : 4- 5 hours

After breakfast drive to Phedi via Tibetan camp and steep climb up to Dhampus village one of the big Gurung village. Spectacular panoramic views of Annapurnas.

Day 05: Trek Dhampus to Forest Camp (2480m): 5 6 hours

Today we will start our secret trail leaving tourists, another trekker, and even villagers behind. Trek enters an enchanted forest of birch, giant rhododendron, mountain oak, maple, hemlock and daphnia, camping in a small clearing far from the beaten trail.

Day 06: Trek Forest Camp to Humal (3,150m) : 5 hours

As we climb, the flora has turned to classic cloud forest with mosses and lichen, tree ferns and orchids hosted by the hardier trees. There are natural windows in the woods that look out on to thrilling panoramas towards Hiunchuli and the knife-sharp traverse towards Annapurna South. Far below, to left, can see the Modi Khola Valley leading up into the Annapurna sanctuary. Though still surrounded by forest, have spectacular northerly views of the ever-closer Fishtail.

Day 07: Trek Humal to Guhe (4,100m) :4 hours

Just a short steep climb and out of the forest. A ridge, now grassy and sometimes under the snow, takes us up to high camp which we shall reach at lunch time and where a second consecutive afternoon is spent awestruck with the views and acclimatizing. Annapurna South seems near enough to touch.

Day 08: Hike Machhapuchhare Base Camp (4200m)

Hike up 5000m Breakfast will be earlier than usual. Then with packed lunch, set off to reach the objective. Conditions being favorable, the trip can reach up to 5000m and only the crest of Mardi Himal itself separates from the south face of Machhapuchare. The great ice fields and blue glaciers of the Sanctuary Wall lie below. Annapurna I, highest of all is beyond, and around, in an arc from horizon to horizon, from Dhaulagiri to the Mustang, are a dozen or more glistening snow-bound giants. Standing on a spot that has been a constant aim for days now. A place, a time, a view that is almost impossible to equal –and earned it. Whatever achievement, by 1:00 pm and back trip to camp.

Day 09: Trek Guhe to Sedding (1,500m) : 7 hours

After a relaxed breakfast, tired bodies make an unhurried descent through the shade of the forest, and out onto terraced fields, down 1600m in all. This is a different route down-down to the upper Mardi Khola, the torrent that has been the ice and snow of the Mardi Himal. Although remote and still away from the much-used ‘Tea – house’ trekking routes, our expedition now takes on the moods of the warm valley and the friendly villages. Here, we make our way along the banks of the Mardi Khola from the hillside village or siding, down through the lovely fields, past the simple farms and over the interesting bridges. There is no doubting this is indeed the idyllic Nepali countryside.

Day 10: Trek Sedding. 1500m- Mardi Pul (1,160m) : 4-5 hours

There are just a few hours of walking – the trail skirts an outcrop – there’s the road, there’s our transport.

Day 11: Trek Sedding to Thulo Chaur (1,600m)

Driving back to Kathmandu for about 6 hours, your day is free, however, at even tide; you will be taken to the Nepali kitchen for a delicious farewell dinner of the original Nepalese cuisine. As you enjoy your meal, you will also be entertained with an exciting cultural dance performed by the locals. You will enjoy this experience which is complimentary on behalf of the ADVENTURE CLUB.

Day 12: Trek Thulo Chaur to Ghachok (1150m)

Day 13: Drive Ghachok to Pokhara

Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu

After rejuvenating morning breakfast, we get ready to leave Pokhara behind and drive to Kathmandu. Once we reach Kathmandu, your guide can help you with any souvenir shopping or other special requests. Farewell dinner from Adventure Club Trek.

Day 15: Farewell; Flight Home

Adventure Club Trek will manage a farewell drive to the international airport for your final flight departure. Meeting you and serving you was a pleasant experience over the weeks. We are sure you enjoyed a wonderful holiday in beautiful Nepal. We hope you will remember us in the years ahead.